Chris Martin is the head strength and conditioning coach for LSU Baseball. Before LSU, he was the strength and conditioning coordinator for the Houston Astros.
00:00 Intro
03:04 Engagement Story and Celebrations
06:04 The Unique Tiger Experience
09:13 College vs. Pro Baseball Dynamics
12:06 Balancing Winning and Player Development
16:01 Nutrition and Weight Management in Season
21:11 Chris's Baseball Journey and Early Influences
29:14 From Football to Baseball: A Journey of Choices
38:13 Navigating Injuries and College Aspirations
49:32 The Path to Strength and Conditioning
58:50 Building Trust with Athletes: The Key to Success
01:04:49 Building Trust and Communication in Coaching
01:07:53 Navigating the Rehab Process with Athletes
01:09:44 The Art of Coaching: Methods vs. Principles
01:13:25 Creating a Fun and Engaging Training Environment
01:17:17 The Importance of Playfulness in Training
01:19:27 Adapting Coaching Styles to Different Situations
01:23:41 Learning from Experience: The Evolution of a Coach
01:28:45 Building Relationships and Earning Trust
01:33:08 Looking Ahead: Reflections and Future Goals
01:40:38 Podcast Outro
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